Acehnese Spicy Fish Stew
Acehnese Spicy Fish Stew is a traditional dish from the Acehnese Cuisine that combines the flavors of fresh fish, aromatic spices, and a spicy kick. This hearty stew is perfect for a comforting and flavorful meal.
Ingredients
- 1 lb white fish fillets, cut into chunks
- 2 tomatoes, chopped
- 1 onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch ginger, grated
- 2 red chilies, sliced
- 1 lemongrass stalk, bruised
- 1 tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tsp coriander powder
- 4 cups fish or vegetable broth
- Salt to taste
- 2 tbsp cooking oil
Instructions
- Heat the cooking oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the onion, garlic, ginger, and red chilies. Sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in the turmeric and coriander powder, then add the tomatoes and lemongrass. Cook until the tomatoes are soft.
- Pour in the fish or vegetable broth and bring to a simmer.
- Add the fish chunks and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through.
- Season with salt to taste and serve hot.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 40 minutes
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 300 per serving
- Protein
- 25g
- Fat
- 10g
- Carbohydrates
- 20g
Supplies
Large pot Cooking spoon Knife Cutting board
Tools
Stovetop
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestions: Serve the Acehnese Spicy Fish Stew with steamed rice or crusty bread for a satisfying meal.
Tips & tricks
Tips: Adjust the amount of red chilies to control the level of spiciness in the stew.
Cost
$15